1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo
To start off, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo (653 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (336 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo should accelerate faster than 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo weights approximately 240 kg more than 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo (815 Nm) has 510 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (305 Nm). This means 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 400 Superamerica | 512 BBi Turbo |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 336 HP | 653 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 815 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |
